The ploy on this one is fast and furious, perfect for a long train ride or a plane trip. Summer hols are coming so get this one on your readership list.
The body of a young female anthropologist is found in the Australian outback. Initially it was thought that it was an accident but it's not long before suspicions are aroused. A murder investigation ensues and it transpires that the scientist has come across a mysterious artefact, on the evening before her death. Could this item be the fatal cause? Because of the cleverly interwoven story, it would be unfair to break out the plot synopsis. Spoilers are never tolerated. But let's just say that the twists and turns in this one are a little different to your average PD James.
This is not an Indiana Jones movie book. On the surface, it does all seems like a Lara Croft game plot but I have to admit Rogers can really suck you in. And so I must agree with others when I say this is a 'can't put down' read. I was held to attention, just like an epic film until the last pages.
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